Kurnur - Gonegandla, Kurnool
Kurnur is a village situated in the Gonegandla mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gonegandla and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kurnool. Kurnur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurnur is 594064. The village covers a total geographical area of 1839 hectares and falls under the 518464 pincode. Kurnool is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kurnur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kurnur
As per Census 2011, Kurnur village has a total population of 2,217 people, consisting of 1,120 males and 1,097 females. The village has 418 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 685 literate and 1,532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 379 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurnur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,217 | 1,120 | 1,097 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 190 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 379 | 197 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 444 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,532 | 676 | 856 |
Nearby Villages of Kurnur
Kurnur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lingamdinne | North | 4.09 km |
| Pothugal | South-East | 5.14 km |
| Thippanur | North-West | 5.14 km |
| Mudumalagurthy | North-East | 5.20 km |
| P.kotakonda | South-West | 5.77 km |
| Agaveli | South | 6.97 km |
| Varkur | North | 7.10 km |
| Mannegunta | East | 8.16 km |
| Kodumur | North-East | 8.17 km |
| Machapuram | West | 8.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurnur
Kurnur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Veldurti, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurnool to Kurnur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurnur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurnur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kurnur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurnur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurnur
Where is Kurnur located?
Kurnur village is located in Gonegandla Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurnur?
Kurnur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kurnur?
The pincode of Kurnur is 518464.
What is the population of Kurnur?
Kurnur has a total population of 2,217, including 1,120 males and 1,097 females.
How many households are there in Kurnur?
There are 418 households in Kurnur.
What is the literacy rate in Kurnur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurnur is 30.90%. Male literacy is 39.64% and female literacy is 21.97%.